I finally felt heard, and I'm optimistic about future appointments and learning new ways to deal with my stress, grief and past.
A Thriveworks Client, verified client of Michelle
Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum, Grief, Divorce, Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD), Stress / Mental Stress / Work Stress, Self-Harming, Trauma / PTSD, Depression, Anxiety, Relationships
Accepted insurance & self-pay
About Michelle
Michelle is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 5 years experience helping those that have experienced trauma. She has worked with victims of interpersonal violence and sexual assault and is passionate about seeing survivors work through their trauma. Her philosophy is letting clients lead in their healing process and she will give them tools, education and resources to continue their journey even after therapy ends. Michelle specializes in trauma, grief, anxiety and depression.
Michelle completed her Master's degree in Counseling in 2018 from Faulkner University. She has ample experience juggling life, school and work. Her first career was as a Medical Assistant in a busy practice for 20 years. She worked full time while getting her degree. This as well as professional experience enables her to provide guidance and support for todays busy lifestyle and creating work/life balance.
Life is a journey. Sometimes we are handed things along that journey that weigh us down and make it difficult to move forward. Michelle would like to support and encourage you on that journey, and give you tools and skills to lighten the load. If you are ready to get up and move forward on this journey, schedule an appointment today.
"Someone once told me that one of the greatest gifts in life is being trusted to walk with another person in their healing journey"
What clients say
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I finally felt heard, and I'm optimistic about future appointments and learning new ways to deal with my stress, grief and past.
A Thriveworks Client, verified client of Michelle
Get to know Michelle
Why did you decide to become a counselor?
The easy answer would be "because I want to help people navigate the roadblocks in life". The actual answer, which is more vague is that I have felt most of my life that a counselor is what I was called to be. It took a while but I finally was able to follow that calling and here I am.
What types of clients do you work with best?
I work best with clients that are motivated to do the work necessary for change.
What's one thing you wish all clients knew?
I wish all clients knew that seeking therapy does not mean you are weak or that there is something wrong with you.
What inspires you?
That is a big question. I am inspired by so many things. In clients I am inspired when they begin to see positive change within themselves, and that motivates them to keep going.
What can clients expect in their first session with you?
First session is about getting to know each other and see if it is a good fit. I want clients to know that in session is a safe, judgement free, and confidential environment.
What do you want to accomplish with an individual in their first session?
I would like to establish a foundation of trust, and build a rapport that has the client wanting to come back for the next session.
What do you do for fun/on your time off?
I enjoy travelling and reading on my time off.
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Education and training
- Years in practice
- 5 years
- Graduating institute
- Faulkner University
- Graduating degree
- Masters of Science in Counseling
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